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A Message from Advantus Strategies Founder and Chairman.

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Advantus Strategies was established 25 years ago to assist businesses and organizations with working more effectively with government. Our company and our team have grown since Advantus was founded. Our professional team is focused on delivering sustained client successes. Today, we are working in a complicated modern environment, ensuring that we are supporting our clients with secure technology, great flexibility, and a full team approach for every client. As you look to your future in Virginia, I trust that Advantus can be a valued part of your team.

Bud Oakey Advantus Strategies Founder and Chairman
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Robert G. Crockett

President and Managing Director

Regulatory | Energy and Environment | Legislative Economic Development | Local Government

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Lauren Gilbert

Director of Government Relations

Legislative Strategist| Local Government | Transportation| Technology

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R. Ronald Jordan

Managing Director

Managing Partner | State Appropriations, Budget, and Tax Policy Specialist | Public Safety and Transportation Advisor

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Judy Marchand Hampton

Business Services Strategy Consultant
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Karen Moyers

Executive Assistant/Office Manager
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Daniel G. "Bud" Oakey

Founder and Chairman

Information Technology | Business Development Consulting | Technology Strategic Planning | Aviation | Economic Development

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Emily V. Webb

Senior Director of Government Relations

Legislative Strategist | Education and Workforce Market Specialist | Budget Analyst & Advisor | Strategic Communications 

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Craig C. Whitham

Executive Vice President-Managing Director

Government Procurement | Information Technology | Technology Consulting | Public Sector Sales Consulting 

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John Paul "JP" Woodley

Principal Environmental and Energy Practice Group

Regulatory | Energy and Environment | Water Resources Development | Mitigation Banking

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Advantus Strategies Announces Key Staff Additions and Promotions

Richmond, VA – August 5, 2025 – Advantus Strategies, a premier consulting firm based in Richmond, specializing in government relations, business development, and natural resource matters, today announced the addition of a new team member and the promotion of two members of its team supporting its ongoing growth.

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